COCA-Notes

Call to Visual Artists: Private Commission (Deadline: July 7, 2008)

A local developer is seeking original art for some office space recently built as well as space recently renovated. The developer is presently looking for chandeliers and is very interested in having original work. Durability and functionality are key. The appearance and ambience of the building is rather formal - the exterior brick is embellished with black awnings, tall thin cypress and towering live oaks. The work should echo this tone. Artists and artisans may visit the space by making an appointment with Liz at (850) 222-9000. Questions may also be fielded by Majken at Freedog Art (850) 656.6527.

Volunteer Opportunity: Mission San Luis (Deadline: Not Specified)

Are you bored and looking for something different to do this summer? Have you ever wanted to experience military life without joining the armed forces? Then Mission San Luis wants you to fill the ranks of its volunteer corps. Mission San Luis is recruiting a few good people to help interpret military life in the early 18th century and you just might fit the bill. No boot camp, no drill sergeants, and no previous military experience required. Call the Mission San Luis recruiting office at (850) 487-3711 or contact Lauren Matisoff at LJMatisoff@dos.state.fl.us for more details.

Job Opportunity: Executive Director and Other Positions Now Available at the LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts (Deadline: Open Until Filled)

The Executive Director of LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts is responsible for implementation of policies set by the Board of Directors as well as annual goals and objectives, and financial, program, and administrative management of the corporation. Guidance and direction is provided by the President, and by the Board and its Executive Committee. LeMoyne is also seeking applications for a curator of exhibitions and an education program coordinator. For further information call (850) 222-8800 or visit www.lemoyne.org.

Job Opportunity: Education Coordinator at the Gadsden Arts Center (Deadline: Open Until Filled)

Education Coordinator part-time, 2 days/week, 7 hours/day, $11.40/hour. This position coordinates education and outreach programs for the Gadsden Arts Center, Quincy, FL (20 miles from downtown Tallahassee). Studio art/art education background and strong computer (MS Word and Excel) and phone communication skills required. Please email cover letter, resume and two reference letters to Grace Maloy at grace@gadsdenarts.org. Position open until filled, desired position start: first week of August. Visit www.gadsdenarts.org for more information.

Funding Opportunity: NEA Access to Artistic Excellence Grants (Deadline: August 11, 2008)

The Access to Artistic Excellence grant program is designed to encourage and support artistic excellence, preserve our cultural heritage, and provide access to the arts for all Americans. This granting category supports projects that provide short-term arts exposure or arts appreciation for children and youth as well as intergenerational education projects. Guidelines are determined by the chosen discipline of each project, and more information about each can be found at www.nea.gov/Grants/apply/Artsed.html.

Funding Opportunity: NEA Arts on Radio and Television Grants (Deadline: September 5, 2008)

Grants are available to support the development, production, and national distribution of radio and television programs on the arts. Through this category, the National Endowment for the Arts seeks to make the excellence and diversity of the arts widely available to the American public through nationally distributed television and radio programs. Grants, generally ranging from $10,000–$100,000, are available to support the development, production, and national distribution of radio and television programs on the arts. Organizations are required to submit their applications electronically through grants.gov, the federal government’s online application system. Visit the website at www.arts.gov/grants/apply/RadioTV/index.html.

Funding Opportunity: Johnson & Johnson Healthcare through the Arts (Letter of Inquiry Deadline: August 8, 2008)

Johnson & Johnson, working in partnership with the Society for the Arts in Healthcare, seeks to promote the use of the arts to enhance the healthcare experience for patients, their families, and caregivers. Since 2001, the program has provided funding to 115 programs in the United States and Canada that represent leading models and initiatives in high-quality healthcare through the use of arts. Proposals are now being sought from healthcare and/or arts organizations that have established arts in healthcare programs with evidence of initial impact. For more information and eligibility requirements, please review the guidelines available at http://thesah.org/template/page.cfm?page_id=15.

News of Note: Space Available at Railroad Square Art Park

Stereo Sales is moving out of the building it owns inside the Railroad Square Art Park and will Have 5 spaces available for rent. Call Richard at (850) 224-2635 or E'layne at (850) 224-1308. You can also go to http://www.stereosales.org/Info.html for more information.

Closing Sale at Reaver Enterprises in Railroad Square Art Park (Last Day: Friday June 27)

This is the final week to take advantage of this closing sale at Reaver Enterprises in the very back of Railroad Square Art Park (50% - 75% off most art supplies storewide). The store hours are 11am to 4pm. For further information contact Teresa Reaver at (850) 561-6285 or just get down there (1042 Commercial Drive) and stock up on art supplies.

Special Event: 10th Annual Big Bend Cares Artopia Art Auction (Saturday, June 28, 2008)

Come out and celebrate 10 years of Artopia, purchase some amazing works of art from local artists, and help raise money in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The $25 ticket price includes entrance to the auction and heavy hors d'oeuvres. A cash bar is also available. Visit http://www.bigbendcares.org/artopia08/index.shtml for further information.